Nobody's Perfect - Especially During the Holidays!
December Newsletter
 
 

It is hard to believe that we are in the midst of the holiday season already!  This is a time of the year when many of us normally organized people feel 'unorganized'.  With all the additional to-do's it is easy to feel overwhelmed.  Try not to compare yourself to that 'perfect person' out there and do the best that you can do.  The most important thing is to remember what the season is all about and be able to share it with friends and family.  

We've included some easy tips to help you feel like you've got things under control at home and after the holidays!

As always, let us know how we are doing to help you, your family and your business clear the clutter from life especially this holiday season!  Please do so by liking our Facebook page, connecting on LinkedIn or checking out our Pinterest board today.  

All our best for a wonderful holiday season,
Julie Bertram and The Organizing Pros

tipsSuper-Quick, Feel-Good, Get-Organized-Now Tips
Take these small and easy steps to make your home look good. You'll love how it feels! Then, let the momentum carry you to try larger organizing projects.


* Make your bed - first thing - every day. Start your day on the right foot, and you're sure to continue putting things in their proper spots all day.

* Clean your kitchen sink. Sprinkle baking soda and lemon juice, and scrub with a damp sponge or cloth. Rinse and dry. Polish the faucet to a shine. Now, throughout the day, immediately put dirty dishes in the dishwasher or wash them by hand so you can continue to admire your sparkly sink!

* Assess your cups and bowls. How many mugs and cups do you really need? Pull them all out of the cupboard, pick your top 20, and donate the rest. You'll never miss them. Do the same with your Tupperware. Match the lids with bottoms and toss anything missing its mate.

* Create an errand box. Put a crate or basket by the front door. Deposit into it anything needing to go out. You can add items that need to be returned to stores, library books and movies ready for return, and borrowed items that need to find their rightful owners. Take the box with you each morning and see what you can get rid of that day.

* Give your purse or bag a makeover. Dump everything out, and toss expired coupons, old receipts, scraps of paper, and used tissues. Then, use a small see-through pouch or zip-top bag to hold personal items (lip balm, comb, bandages, dental floss, etc.). Keep an envelope for current coupons and receipts. And keep your wallet, check- book, and keys in a handy, easy-to-reach spot.

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Holiday Planning from The Pros
Try these easy tips today and stress less this holiday season.
  • Write down important dates of parties, travel plans and don't forget to line up the babysitter.
  • Make a list of things you want to accomplish in the coming weeks in order of priority: shopping, decorating, baking cookies, sending cards, etc. 
  • Take stock of wrapping paper and decorations and make a list of what you need to buy.
  • Start an envelope of receipts which will make for easy returns later
  • Divide the number of holiday cards by the number of days left you have left to get them out on time.
  • Invest the time to create labels in your computer and make future years easier and a much faster process.   
  • Coil strings of lights on empty paper towel rolls stored in newspaper delivery bags.
  • Store fragile ornaments in zip lock bags, with a little air for a buffer.
Julie Bertram
Meet The Pros
Julie Bertram, Chief Executive Organizer

The Organizing Pro™ team is led by "The Organizing Pro" herself, Julie Bertram, Member of NAPO Golden Circle (National Association of Professional Organizers recognizes those whose business is at an elevated level of expertise), Co-founder of Charlotte's Elite Organizers, Co-founder of Butterfly Bin (a non-profit community clearinghouse) and contributing adviser to real estate, home improvement companies and media.  Our entire team is dedicated to helping you find the custom solution that fits your lifestyle, home or business.  We can also help with home sale preparation and unpacking, senior move management, and business and office organization and workflow.